Illogan

Whilst I am unable to furnish a wiring diagram for any element of an RX400.....

Would I seem unreasonable to enquire whether the OP's enquiry is somewhat terse, overly abbreviated and not just a little obtuse and inconsiderate?

Manners?

17 hours ago, Rabbers said:

TBH Vlad, a cellar of 250-300 bottles is no big deal in my neck of the woods, which is a wine-growing area.  In fact, many houses have proper below-ground cellaring facilities for thousands of bottles.  In my own case I am limited to three alcoves of single-bottle depth, each sufficient for approx. 100 bottles, built into the stonework and dating from c. 1500-1550.  I attach a photo of one of them, and I think you’ll agree it would be a shame to leave it empty.  Yes, sooner or later, all the bottles I lay up will have been consumed at an average minimum rate of one a day.  The bottles are usually almost immediately replaced, not out of any urgency on my part but because looking at full shelves gives me a feeling of contentment and, perhaps, of some sort of security. 
 

Brilliant! Rabbers.

I think it's wonderful to witness someone whom enjoys their food, and knows how to broaden their experiences too.

I 'doff me titfer' to you, Rabbers.

I afraid, that I'm happy to say  a couple of belting Islay Malts serve my palate well.

Laphroaig Quarter Cask, or Lagavulin 16 year old. Either 10% room temperature water, or neat.

And a favourite wines are a ten year old Barolo, or, maybe Montrachet or a decent Chablis.

The real issue is that I have a champagne taste, and a beer pocket!

But what little I have, I enjoy.

On 7/18/2024 at 9:19 PM, Herbie said:

Why are people bothered about how much the tank actually holds?

<<>>> there's frankly no need to let your tank run low.

It's great to see a solid dose of common sense!

That's a first-class update, Barney, and thank you for the details.

After 4 years of driving our 2014 F-Sport, it's currently on 33.6 mpg (combined winter/summer, 95% about town, 5% motorway)

8 hours ago, Pm4 said:

80mph.

Norty

The Lexus dealership I use replaces the batteries in both keys on every service.

And as these batteries only cost pence, then one can always replace them oneself every six months  (if one wishes) just for peace of mind.

Think of it as 'preventive maintenance!'

On 2/15/2024 at 7:47 PM, Dells said:

That’s a good deal, Who is the insurance company?

I think you'll find that the clue is, Robert lives in Perthshire!

15 minutes ago, fourbanks said:

i see Colin on Amazon, there are 2 types of Jeweller’s rouge, paste, or powder. When the weather gets a little better, I will try these out 

I look forward to reading of your results - - I've oft wondered how effective it can be

Hi Jag,

I had a Catloc fitted (by our Lexus dealership), (for there had been a few cat.s disappear in our locale too), and so far, so good.

However, you're right that there is not a guaranteed method of protecting one's cat, although I believe the two important cat.s on your car are beneath the bonnet, and the unit underneath the car is less critical - (that's the unit protected by the Catloc)

Andrew, whilst I'm not in the market for tyres, I think you would help a response if you gave more information:

Size of tyres

Make / model of tyres

Age/wear?

On 1/27/2024 at 7:58 PM, Stevo11 said:

Re 1) I guess I'm curious enough to try a tank 🙂 I see the "Best" in the "Past record" screen is 36.7mpg, I've been through a couple of tanks of very mixed driving, 31mpg currently. I'd expect that to climb when temperatures improve tho.

My experience is that whilst I only get about a 5% improvement in mpg using premium fuel, (or, now, E10 with a fuel additive), I feel more comfortable hoping that the claimed additive ingredients counter some of the possible adverse effects of E10. And I've convinced myself that the engine is smoother, - (it isn't of course, but I'd like to think so!)

Most importantly,  - my mpg has improved over the few years I've had the RX, not because of magic, but I've learned how to drive it more efficiently in different road/traffic conditions. It helps that I'm never in a scalding rush to get anywhere!

1 hour ago, Lex loafer said:

2015-16...

Buy it from Lexus

10 year or 100,000 mile warranty included.

Spec:-  F-Sport or Takumi (was called Premier back then)

Ensure the CANBUS securing plates have been fitted by Lexus

Enjoy

Rob, the 3rd Generation RX450's don't suffer from canbus thefts. 

I will normally achieve between 25<>30,000 miles on a set of tyres.   (both for the Lexus and the previous MB S500)

Always use decent tyres (current M.. X Climates), previously Continental on the MB)

I check my tyre pressures every 3<>4 weeks, (and drive gently), but read a report a few months ago (and cannot remember the source), that over 50% of drivers drive on under-inflated tyres)

23 hours ago, D Johnson said:

Awesome, thanks so much.  That’s going to save me a pretty penny since I am eyeing up a full set of all-weather tyres after watching Corpjones’ video in the other thread.  Also, re off topic thread, sorry to make work for you, I shan’t do it again!  

As others have said, I would still invest in having your car wheel alignment (all 4 wheels) check - but search locally for a reputable specialist to do it, Kwik Fit may well be the first in the classroom to put their hand up with "Please Sir, we can do it Sir", but one would be better served by a specialist that takes real care with your set-up.

1 hour ago, beyond the blue said:

Their response is something similar to the Post Office scandal "there are very few incidences of a problem"

And you're the only person whom has reported this!!!!!

3 hours ago, yaboyking said:

Hello Everyone

 

Also my wiper blades wiper has gone wonky,

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-AR604S-Set-Wiper-Blades/dp/B00BJLTV7W/ref=sr_1_3?crid=IOS4KRUHISM6&keywords=silicone+wiper+blades&qid=1698841322&sprefix=silicone+wiper%2Caps%2C138&sr=1-3&vehicle=842-11010-11227-58983--0&vehicleName=Lexus+IS+III+Saloon+300h

I bought a set of Lexus blades (front and rear) for our RX450 for £36.50 from Lexus Direct

(though there is an additional postage cost) . but in the grand scheme of things, I'd rather have wiper blades I know I can rely on (I prefer to see where I'm going! 😉   )

10 hours ago, VFR said:

I think that the window runners need a little lube as it sounds like the window is sticking near the top & this can produce the issue you have.

A little Silicon spray into the runners each side & the top.

Even better, try PTFE powder (Amazon) an extremely fine powder, (basically Teflon), it won't attract dirt as a silicone liquid spray.   (also great for all plastic<>plastic rubbing surfaces, internal car trim squeaks) and clothes zips, curtain tracks etc

26 minutes ago, Jon Evans said:

Can’t go anywhere until I get some new coolant, so I took the opportunity to clean up a bit. All plastics cleaned and then rubbed down with 303 Aerospace Protectant, and all rubber treated with Gummi Pflege.

Now.......     At what point do you discover that you've mislaid the fixing 'buttons'?

Have you changed the Battery in the key ?

Have you a second key?

On 10/16/2023 at 11:05 PM, Nigel Coleman said:

I did loads of research before buying my NOCO and came to the conclusion that ANY brand of jump start pack 1000 amps or less may not be good enough for a V8 engine as in the SC430.

I finally choose the 1250 amp NOCO GBX45 which is a little more costly BUT REALY DOES THE JOB! (

I'm 100% satisfied with it and would recommend it to anyone.

I bought a NOCO Boost HS GB70 2000A  (initially for our (now deceased) MBenz S500), but it's a superb piece of kit, and is often borrowed by neighbours, (and is useful for our boat, too)

Just SO useful

I fitted Michelin Cross Climates 2 to our RX

I've never managed to have it misbehave in wet weather!

If his widow was prepared to check his/their bank/credit card statements. there would almost certainly be clues there whom had serviced the car

I used to like telephoning home from the call box near work..

Pick up the receiver, systematically select the numbers on the circular dial, and listen to the staccatto chatter of the pulses as it wound back - ready for the next number.

And when my parent answered their 'phone, pressing button 'A' to release the two pennies, hear them tumble into the cash box - and then start my conversation

Mobiles today just aren't the same 😉